Video Chums' Scores

  • Games
For 3,634 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 48% higher than the average critic
  • 18% same as the average critic
  • 34% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 2.3 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 73
Highest review score: 96 Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition
Lowest review score: 0 Bus Fix 2019
Score distribution:
3634 game reviews
    • 64 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you're looking for a colourful VR puzzler in the same vein as Portal then you can't do much better than ChromaGun VR.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Gamers who enjoy retro run 'n' gun games will get a huge kick out of Gunlord X with its grueling stages and rewarding boss fights.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The fact that I don't usually like first-person shooters and I loved my time with Midnight Murder Club speaks volumes so definitely play it.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    With many 3D platformers out there, I'm glad that Tin & Kuna offers a challenge-based setup as it makes mastering levels enjoyable.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Cook, Serve, Delicious! 3?! is the sort of game that you'll keep coming back to whenever you want a fix of frantic multiplayer fun.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Orcs Must Die 3 provides excellent orc-killing mayhem. With many imaginative traps and weapons, tower defense fans are sure to find something that catches their fancy. Plus, its gameplay is similar to the original so you enjoyed that, you're sure to love this, too.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    With its lovely music and stunning visuals, Sword Of The Sea is an experience that'll stay with you for a long time; it's quite fun to play, too!
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Although it looks like a simple indie, Gravity Error offers a wonderfully implemented challenge with its blend of puzzles and platforming.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Kingdom Rush Origins continues the tradition of supremely rewarding tower defence gameplay and it plays wonderfully on Switch.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Long-time fans of adventure games will relish everything that Simon the Sorcerer Origins has to offer so be sure to play it if you're a fellow point-and-click veteran. Sure, genre newcomers may frequently scratch their heads but even they'll have a fun time in the end.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    I mostly had a great time with Stellar Blade with its combat being the real star of the show. Although exploration doesn't offer much exciting, it's still a worthwhile action adventure game that you're sure to have a lot of fun with.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Gamers who enjoy practical puzzle games as you swap between characters will absolutely love what Tandem: A Tale of Shadows offers.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you have a fondness for classics like Ninja Gaiden and Strider then you'll love the ninja action in Oniken.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mario & Luigi: Brothership is a silly and surprisingly challenging RPG with a unique world traversal mechanic and a superb variety of puzzles. However, the unavoidable enemies and lengthy battles might put off folks who are looking for a more casual affair.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Curse of the Dead Gods is one of the most varied and gripping roguelikes that I've ever played so if you enjoy challenging combat with a wide variety of melee and ranged weaponry set in a dark and eerie game world then you'll love what it has in store.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    I enjoyed Immortals of Aveum a great deal thanks to its action-packed gameplay, rewarding character progression, and top-notch presentation. It's fantastic to experience games that this much love went into and I look forward to a sequel.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Playing Skeletal Avenger is a great deal of fun, especially via multiplayer and it has plenty of nifty perks to discover along the way.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Odallus: The Dark Call incorporates many retro formulas beautifully while offering simple and authentic gameplay. It's great stuff.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Blasphemous 2 is a streamlined sequel that any genre fan can enjoy, especially with its creepy cast of characters and superb bosses.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The amount of fun to be had in Overrogue is impressive with card combat that's deeper than it initially appears and oodles of rewarding unlockables throughout. If you enjoy these kinds of roguelikes then you'll love adventuring with Sael and his quirky chums.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Not everyone will appreciate Skul: The Hero Slayer's high degree of challenge but I absolutely loved learning the ins and outs of its world.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Atari 50: THE NAMCO LEGENDARY PACK is one of the best retro expansions out there with its historical value and selection of console ports.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Gensou Skydrift is one of the best kart racers released in recent years. From its hilarious premise to its tight and challenging gameplay, I absolutely recommend this to any kart racing fan whether you know what Touhou is or not.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Progressing through Heaven Dust's zombie-filled world is highly enjoyable thanks to its rewarding puzzles and sense of exploration.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Even with its goofy premise, Shotgun King: The Final Checkmate is a cleverly strategic roguelike that'll certainly keep you hooked.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Through its intuitive and fun-filled gameplay, Barbearian offers an excellent action-packed campaign that's surprisingly huge and varied.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Your enjoyment of Iron Danger will rely on how much you love tinkering with plans until you execute something perfectly. So, if that sounds like your jam then you'll be absolutely smitten with the strategic possibilities in Iron Danger.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Although XenoRaptor doesn't do anything particularly new, it offers a culmination of exceptionally well-done gameplay elements.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Kentucky Route Zero: TV Edition is a story-heavy game that not everyone will appreciate but those who do will love it a lot.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    With its boring initial stages out of the way, Breakout Beyond really amps up the fun factor with its clever use of power-ups and gimmicks.

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